Browse our open roles below or register your CV with us to be notified when we find a good match for you.Our ClientCommunity Trust of Mid and South Canterbury spearheads investing and funding in not-for-profit community groups and projects that make a positive contribution to Mid and South Canterbury.
They manage a significant investment portfolio exceeding $50 million, enabling Trustees to distribute grants annually totalling approximately $1.5 million – $2 million.
Their impressive investing and funding initiatives support critical and transformative community projects that provide improved standards of living, social, health and welfare.
For further information, please visit: www.comtrust.org.nzKey ResponsibilitiesLead the Trust in its exciting next phase of growth by delivering transformative impact across the Timaru, Ashburton, Mackenzie and Waimate districts.Engage community groups and understand their core needs.Cultivate and maintain networks with similar purpose-led organisations throughout the region.Collaborate closely with the Trustees to contribute to the expanding development and direction of the Trust's social and impact investing programme.Be responsible for the successful implementation of the programme.Manage financial, human resources, marketing and administrative activities of a small but highly agile team.Manage the Trust's Geraldine Health Hub property and oversee the running of Community House.Drive innovative profile-raising opportunities and be the public face of the Trust.Your Skills and ExperienceTo succeed in this role, you will have an entrepreneurial mindset and an ability to challenge the status quo along with proven experience in senior leadership roles.
Your exceptional communication skills and strong commercial mindset are essential as you build credible long-lasting relationships with a range of stakeholders and deliver positive impact in the community.
The successful candidate will ideally showcase leadership experience in a purpose-led or commercially innovative environment.
Additionally, your ability to deliver original and high-impact profile raising activities along with a deep passion for engaging and understanding the needs of community groups is equally important.Lifestyle BenefitsCentrally located on the east coast of the South Island, with an infrastructure backed by a lifestyle second to none, the district is well serviced by road, rail, sea, air and digital connectivity.
It is home to a variety of innovative businesses with a high level of forward-thinking and 'can do' attitudes.
The district additionally boasts affordable housing, quality amenities, a regional airport with daily Wellington flights, exceptional schools and access to excellent primary and secondary healthcare.
Newcomers are warmly welcomed by a supportive and collaborative community.To ApplyIf you are a dynamic and entrepreneurial leader with the drive to see local communities thrive, please submit your cover letter and CV by clicking on the appropriate 'Apply' button.
Initial confidential enquiries are welcome by phoning Nick Carter on 027 591 3422 or Kase Craig on 021 657 328.Applications close Monday 20 January 2025
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